'Compass' can't cure what ails box office Dec 11, 2007
She continues to land favorable reviews and magazine covers but has recently starred in a string of high-profile duds, including "The Stepford Wives," "Bewitched" and "The Invasion.". It is unclear to what degree poor results for "The Golden Compass" will affect New Line's finances. (International Herald Tribune)
Is Kidmans frozen face ruining her career? Dec 4, 2007
Projects like Bewitched and The Stepford Wives and The Invasion may have turned out dreadfully, but given the talent involved behind the camera, they all no doubt seemed like better bets when Kidman originally signed on. And it behooves Kidman to retain her status as a box-office draw, if only because that clout ensures that the arty stuff will actually get made. (MSNBC -- News)
The Kidman Curse Dec 2, 2007
Next came "The Interpreter," a blink-and-you'll-miss-it thriller, and "Bewitched," which rounded out a trio of ill-fated remakes. In addition to "The Golden Compass," she starred this fall in Noah Baumbach's "Margot at the Wedding," a dour indie which garnered some praise for Kidman's bold performance as an unlikable protagonist. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Nicole Kidman's dark material Nov 29, 2007
She was in a couple of lame remakes The Stepford Wives, The Invasion (based on Invasion of the Body Snatchers) and Bewitched, a clunky rehash of the Sixties sitcom. But now she s back on course The Golden Compass is a big, splashy blockbuster which should lead to two sequels and, while making Australia, she has simultaneously filmed The Reader for Stephen Daldry. (Times Online)
'A Free Life': Ha Jin rehashes the immigrant experience Nov 24, 2007
In the dispiriting age of Bush and Britney, with the American military still bogged down in Baghdad and the media still bewitched by Beverly Hills, an accomplished, respected American writer (a recent National Book Award Winner, in fact) has published a serious patriotic novel. Its title, "A Free Life," is not altogether ironic. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The two sides of Nicole Kidman Nov 19, 2007
As for some of her more notorious flops, such as "The Stepford Wives" (2004) and "Bewitched" (2005), they are a reflection of life choices. "I think I had a life that wasn't drawing me toward acting. I didn't have anything I wanted to say," she explains. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Nicole Kidman takes chances on screen Nov 16, 2007
Although the film, which has an intentionally unpolished, 70s aesthetic to it, has received mixed reviews, Kidmans performance is a welcome sight for fans of the actress whose work since winning an Oscar for 2002s The Hours has been checkered with duds like 2004s The Stepford Wives and 2005s Bewitched. . (MSNBC -- News)
Keith before career, vows Kidman Nov 14, 2007
Kidman, who says she "spontaneously" chooses most of her roles, has had some recent high-profile flops, like 2004's The Stepford Wives, 2005's Bewitched and 2007's The Invasion, since winning an Oscar in 2003 for playing novelist Virginia Woolf in the The Hours. While promoting her latest movie, Margot at the Wedding in New York, Kidman, 40, said her main concern was her relationship with Urban, whom she married in June, 2006 in Sydney. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Kidman says marriage comes before career Nov 14, 2007
Kidman, who says she spontaneously chooses most of her roles, has had some recent high-profile flops, like 2004s The Stepford Wives, 2005s Bewitched and 2007s The Invasion, since winning an Oscar in 2003 for playing novelist Virginia Woolf in the The Hours. . (MSNBC -- News)
Bouillabaisse? Its mere Childs play for Oscar-winner Meryl Nov 4, 2007
Ephron, she of Sleepless in Seattle and Bewitched, will write the script and direct the flick, which is scheduled to start shooting next year. Nora s created a good role, Jones told the Track. (Boston Herald)
That Jolie lady Oct 7, 2007
Angelina Jolie as Mariane Pearl in A Mighty Heart above. Your browser does not support iframes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Guide: Bewitched Sep 28, 2007
The Guide Friday: Bewitched. Michael and Doug preview tonight's TV featuring a movie remake of the 60's classic series Bewitched, starring Nicole Kidman. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Kidman turns $100m into $7.5m Aug 23, 2007
But in the years since her breakthrough hit, To Die For, she's seen the likes of Bewitched, Birth, Stepford Wives and The Human Stain fail to leave a box-office mark. Her choice of combining interesting independent features including Fur, Birth and The Human Stain with potential blockbusters has failed to pay off with the Oscar-winning The Hours one of the few winners on her slate. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
The $6 Million Woman Aug 22, 2007
With this and the suppressed grosses of the likewise very (hypothetically) commercial Bewitched (her thriller collaboration with Sean Penn and director Sydney Pollack, The Interpreter, was tony adult fare through and through), its been established pretty conclusively that Kidman doesnt have a young fan base. Similarly, while older audiences know who she is and seem to generally respect her gifts, her involvement in a project doesnt bump it up the ladder a rung or two to must-see status. (Film Stew)
The Invasion Aug 18, 2007
First Bewitched and The Stepford Wives, and now this. There needs to be some major housecleaning over at Chez Kidman. (DVD Talk)
What are the worst films of all time? Aug 1, 2007
Add Bewitched to the list ... Most Kubrick films get a gong but in recent memory, 'Bewitched' was just awful ... " This is nonsense. Maybe it was a crap movie, but outside Australia it was very successful. Four UK national newspapers rated it 8 out of 10 or higher. It won 2 Oscars, 3 Golden Globes and 3 Baftas, and is ranked at No 25 on the American Film Institute's list of best musicals. It made US$177 million worldwide. Try Wikipedia before you go slagging something off! Posted by:... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Thirty ways to win back your lover Aug 1, 2007
"You have bewitched me body and soul", Darcy tells Elizabeth. "I love, I love, I love you, and I never wish to be parted from you from this day forward." Hard to better. (Independent)
Summer's blockbuster hype hits with a thud May 28, 2007
I recall my high hopes for Bewitched, starring Nicole Kidman and Will Ferrell, during the 2005 summer. Flop. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Nicole Kidman to Show Us 'How to Marry a Millionaire' May 1, 2007
(I'm fearing Bewitched- and Stepford Wives-level emptiness. . (Cinematical)
HBOs mystic gateway Apr 11, 2007
Ferrell and Nicole Kidman star in Bewitched ... Other offerings include Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes, The Legend of Zorro, Batman Begins, Bewitched, Excalibur, Sinbad of the Seven Seas, Lemony Snickets A Series of Unfortunate Events, Underworld: Evolution and Zathura: A Space Adventure. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Nicole Kidman denies pregnancy rumors Apr 11, 2007
In 2006, reportedly became the highest paid actress in Hollywood and has been seen in recent years in Cold Mountain, The Interpreter, The Stepford Wives, Bewitched, Fur, Happy Feet, and many more. Besides Australia. (Actress Archives)
Nicole Kidman rubbishes her pregnancy rumours Apr 9, 2007
The spokesman also added that if at all the Bewitched star was pregnant, she would not be starting the shoot for a new movie involving horse riding. Bureau Report with ANI inputs. (Zee News)
Ferrell and Co. have an ice time in 'Blades' Mar 30, 2007
Skate expectations - Newsday. Ferrell and Co. have an ice time poking fun at macho guys. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
* All fur coat and knickers Mar 2, 2007
The film conjures a conduit to her liberation in the furry form of Lionel, a neighbor played by Robert Downey Jr. The actor's involvement is something you need to take on faith, since he spends most of the film covered in fur, a costume that suggests the bewitched prince in Cocteau's Beauty and the Beast and makes Downey look like an immaculately groomed Shih Tzu. Nicole Kidman has been miscast in Fur. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Beware the Curse of the Oscar Feb 21, 2007
Talk about a changing of the Oscar guards. In the lame-brained comedy. (BusinessWeek)
Stranger than Fiction Jan 26, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Paul ByrnesJanuary 25, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Razzie Awards 'Honor' Hollywood's Worst Jan 23, 2007
Besides Cruise and Kennedy, worst-actor nominees were Will Ferrell for "Bewitched" and "Kicking ming," The Rock for "Doom" and Schneider for "Deuce Bigalow.". McCarthy earned three nominations for "Dirty Love," for worst actress, screenplay and screen couple (she and "anyone dumb enough to befriend or date her"). (Newsmax)
Landing Media Placement for Your Product Jan 18, 2007
It was June, 2004, when the set decorating coordinator for the movie, Bewitched, called FabJob ... Fortunately, Tag was able to jump through the appropriate hoops and provide Bewitched with the necessary props they wanted for close to $1,000. (MSNBC -- Business)
Will Ferrell and wife welcome second baby boy Jan 3, 2007
Ferrell is a popular "Saturday Night Live" alumnus, and has starred in a number of hit films, including "Old School," "Elf," "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy," "Bewitched," "Kicking & Screaming," "The Producers," and most recent appearance as Ricky Bobby in "Talladega Nights.". Ferrell stars in the upcoming figure-skating comedy "Blades of Glory," with Ben Stiller. (Monsters and Critics.com)
Losers of the Week, Dec. 1 Dec 5, 2006
Kidman in the Immediate Future Time Machine: Audiences who actually sat through Bewitched, Birth and the Stepford Wives demand $51 million in reparations. Rod Stewart and Rachel Hunter. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Kidman pips Roberts in salary stakes Dec 1, 2006
Kidman has had the luxury of working for less money in small budget, independent films she was attracted to such as 2004's Birth, but also churning out big-budget and high-paying Hollywood films Bewitched, The Interpreter and The Stepford Wives. The latter may have helped pay the bills, maybe even new hubby Keith Urban's rehab bills, but they did not light up the box office and were largely panned by critics. (The Australian)
The triumph of Will Nov 18, 2006
But in the big test of Bewitched, with Nicole Kidman, his likeability vanished in the cool blast of Kidman's presence. It seemed like the old story repeating itself. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Kidman zooms in on dark material Nov 11, 2006
" When not hibernating, however, Kidman - who was born in Hawaii but grew up in Sydney - is hardworking. Since winning the Oscar, she has done everything from the high-profile "Cold Mountain," "The Stepford Wives," "The Interpreter" and "Bewitched" to smaller films like "The Human Stain" and "Birthday Girl," a vital part of her personal and professional reinvention. That new focus, she says, has resulted in professional bravery. "With that comes risk-taking, in terms of work," Kidman says.... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Nicole Kidman zooms in on her dark movie material Nov 10, 2006
" When not hibernating, however, Kidman - who was born in Hawaii but grew up in Sydney - is hardworking. Since winning the Oscar, she has done everything from the high-profile Cold Mountain, The Stepford Wives, The Interpreter and Bewitched to smaller films like The Human Stain and Birthday Girl, a vital part of her personal and professional reinvention. That new focus, she says, has resulted in professional bravery. "With that comes risk-taking, in terms of work," Kidman says. "Sometimes the... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
50 most powerful celebs Oct 10, 2006
Hollywood s second-highest-paid actress (at $17m per flick) and the face of Chanel No 5 since 2004, Nicole, 39, has continually pushed up her price tag despite a couple of recent turkeys (The Interpreter, Bewitched) her best actress Oscar for The Hours still carries clout with casting directors. Her own plot line the alleged marriage of convenience to Tom, her second to ex-drug addict country singer Keith Urban and enduring style-icon status have kept Heat happy, but her aloofness and... (London Times Online)
His object of desire Sep 24, 2006
Thomson deplores Kidman's recent films such as The Interpreter and Bewitched, and tut-tuts over her meretricious fashion shoots. Does she really need the $2m she was paid by Chanel. (The Observer)
`Gridiron' Has Sony Leading the Field Sep 18, 2006
A year ago, Sony was plagued by costly flops such as "Bewitched" and "Stealth." This weekend, Sony executives toasted their turnaround in New Orleans, where they held the premiere Saturday for the celluloid version of Robert Penn Warren's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel on political corruption, "All the King's Men.". The studio hopes to continue its hot streak with that highly anticipated film starring Sean Penn, which opens next week. (Los Angeles Times)
He's running on Will power Aug 12, 2006
Ferrell has worked with filmmakers from Woody Allen (Melinda and Melinda) to Nora Ephron (Bewitched) to Ben Stiller (Zoolander), but he balks at the suggestion that he is planning to get into the director's chair one day. "Uh, no, not that I know of," he says. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
'Talladega Nights' cruises along, then runs out of gas Aug 11, 2006
With movies like "Old School" (I know it has its fans, but I can't stand it), "Bewitched," "Kicking and Screaming" and "Melinda and Melinda" (kudos for trying something with more pedigree, but Woody Allen flubbed that one) on his rsum, it seems woefully less funny than the Spartan Cheerleaders, Harry Caray, Jesus, James Lipton, Marty Culp and George Bush that he brought to life so memorably on "SNL.". His latest, "Talladega Nights," is no different. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Star sticks to the fast track Aug 6, 2006
There have been starring gigs in Elf, Kicking ming and Bewitched as well as uncredited cameos in Starsky and The Wedding Crashers. So, how busy is Will Ferrell. (Toronto Star -- Arts)
Nora Ephron On Aging, Her Neck, Life Aug 4, 2006
Ephron also brought "Sleepless In Seattle," "You've Got Mail," "Heartburn," and the recent remake "Bewitched" to the big screen. In addition, Ephron wrote best-sellers "Heartburn," "Scribble Scribble," and "Crazy Salad.". (CBS News)
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby | Genuineness -- and silliness keep this comedy on track Aug 4, 2006
Ferrell often seems constrained and ill-at-ease when acting in traditional comedies such as Bewitched or Melinda and Melinda: He needs the loose and anarchic framework Talladega Nights provides to do his best work. And the character of Ricky undergoes enough transformations over the course of the film -- from smug and selfish superstar to dethroned has-been to humbled comeback hopeful -- to allow Ferrell to play a wide spectrum of idiocy. (The Miami Herald)
'Talladega Nights' has Will power Aug 4, 2006
Since he left the show in 2002, Ferrell has found more success on the big screen than most ex-SNLers, with films including Old School, Elf, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Kicking and Screaming and Bewitched. Today, Ferrell -- who now commands $20 million per film -- and his lovably clueless persona takes on the world of race-car driving in Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, which he co-wrote with former SNL writer Adam McKay and which hits theaters today. (The Miami Herald)
Talladega Nights... Aug 4, 2006
"Bewitched." "Kicking & Screaming." "The Producers." "Winter Passing." "Melinda and Melinda." Even his uncredited appearances stunk. ("Starsky & Hutch," anyone. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Running on retreads Aug 4, 2006
It lands well below Old School and Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy but well above last year's Bewitched burnout. Pop culture theorists may blink at Ferrell's late-blooming popularity, since he's not the typical comic actor. (Toronto Star -- Arts)
'Talladega Nights' Does a Victory Lap Aug 4, 2006
After a year or so of being bewitched or trying to beef up his dramatic chops, Ferrell returns to the playground of freefalling hilarity that he was born for. No pretension, no career ambition, just Ferrell with the pedal to the metal. (OhmyNews International)
'Talladega Nights:' Fast cars, dumb guys Aug 3, 2006
McKay, who's written with Ferrell both credited and uncredited (including "Elf" and "Bewitched"), seems descended from a similar gene pool - but he hails from Chicago instead of California ... " Photos (Columbia Pictures Photo) Slide Show Poll: Will Ferrell Movies What's your favorite Will Ferrell movie? "Anchorman" "Old School" "Wedding Crashers" "Elf" "Bewitched" "Zoolander" "Starsky " Slide Show Video (Sony Pictures) Special Packages Find restaurants in NYC. Bargain to deluxe, find a New York... (Newsday -- New York City)
In brief: Hungary gets a kick out of Chuck Aug 2, 2006
Green, who bewitched film fans in Bernardo Bertolucci's The Dreamers, is to play a witch queen in The Golden Compass, according to Variety. In it Green's character, Serafina Pekkala, guides protagonist Lyra Belacqua (played by newcomer Dakota Blue Richards) on her journey to the far north and into a parallel universe. (Guardian Unlimited -- Film)
Kidman plots path to "Compass" Aug 1, 2006
Kidman last was seen on the big screen in 2005's "Bewitched." Her upcoming films include the Diane Arbus biopic "Fur" and the sci-fi thriller "The Visiting.". Reuters/Hollywood Reporter. (Reuters)
IN THE FAST LANE Jul 31, 2006
But he has walked away from a few box-office wrecks lately: 2005's "Bewitched," "Kicking and Screaming" and the film musical "The Producers." Ferrell says he tends to wait a bit to conclude why a film didn't click, or to convince himself that "everybody is just wrong." Then he moves on. "You do what's true to yourself," he says. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Chroniclers of Strange Beasts: Men Jul 30, 2006
McKay, who's written with Ferrell both credited and uncredited (including "Elf" and "Bewitched"), seems descended from a similar gene pool but he hails from Chicago instead of California. The 37-year-old writer-director is physically broader, slightly messier, and sports glasses and, today, an orange baseball cap. (Los Angeles Times)
Will Ferrell chats about 'Talladega Nights' Jul 29, 2006
" "Land of the Lost" (a remake of the cheesy 1970s kids' show): It may happen. But Ferrell says it's tricky figuring out the tone would it be a big-budget flick with realistic dinosaurs, or a spoof with cheap effects, like the series itself. "With 'Bewitched,' we kind of entered the TV-show-as-a-movie thing," he says. Pause. "And, you know, it wasn't so much fun. " Sponsored Links MOST POPULAR STORIES Search AJC Archives Search staff-written and other selected articles. from 1985 to present from... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Compass' bringing Kidman to London Jul 29, 2006
Representatives for the "Bewitched" actress spent the last two months working on the specifics of her contract, since director Chris Weitz and his fellow filmmakers hoped to have all the film's actors sign on for all three parts of the trilogy. Joining Kidman on the London set will be young actress Dakota Blue Richards, who plays the film's heroine, British stage actress Clare Higgins, and -- possibly -- "The Da Vinci Code" actor Paul Bethany, the Mail said. (Washington Times, DC)
Golden girls Jul 28, 2006
Now, however, actresses in their 70s such as Doris Roberts, 76, (of Everybody Loves Raymond) and Shirley MacLaine, 72, (In Her Shoes, Rumor Has It and Bewitched) are making people laugh with their kooky maternal behaviour. Not only do fans of these wonderful actresses get to watch their favourite stars for a longer period of time, this new trend also allows the stars to have a longer shelf life to be able to hone their craft and to play a wider range of roles. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Kidman Confirmed for Compass Jul 19, 2006
The Bewitched beauty talks about twitching noses and Will Ferrell. Related Articles Send This Page to a Friend Contact the Editors. (IGN FilmForce)
The Celebrity 100 Jul 17, 2006
Can-do-no-wrong actors such as Nicole Kidman delivered the year's biggest turkeys ( Bewitched, anyone. . (Forbes)
Weekend Guide Jul 13, 2006
BEWITCHED Will Ferrill and Nicole Kidman star in this remake of the beloved television show. Comcast Cinema in the Park, Schenley Park, Flagstaff Hill, Oakland. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Nearly normal newlywed Jun 28, 2006
(Not so much in Bewitched, which must be thought of as a pile of Will Ferrell droppings. But don't worry, you'll survive that indignity. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
Sandler's "Click" (Remote) Controls Box Office Jun 26, 2006
Secondary Navigation. By Bridget Byrne Sun Jun 25, 9:20 PM ET. (E! Online)
All about Nicole and Keith's nuptials Jun 26, 2006
Under the veil was a hairstyle by Australian Kerry Warn, who also coiffed Kidman for Bewitched, The Stepford Wives and Cold Mountain, ET reports. The ceremony lasted about 30 minutes, ET says, and the reception was held on the grounds of the estate. (USA Today -- Life)
Nicole Kidman: Eyes wide open Jun 24, 2006
As quickly as the pictures had become exciting, she settled back into a run of big ventures that generally disappointed at the box office and which looked cautious: Cold Mountain; The Human Stain; The Stepford Wives; Birth; The Interpreter; Bewitched. That is a mixed list - Birth seems to me close to a masterpiece - but Nicole knows that it includes bad choices, and bad because they seemed safe. (Independent)
Chappelle on leaving TV Jun 20, 2006
Bewitched actress Nicole Kidman and her fianc, country singer Keith Urban, arrived home in Australia on Monday to be married, they said in a joint statement. We are very happy to be back in Australia, they said in the statement carried by Australian Associated Press. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Forbes' 100 Top Celebrities Jun 17, 2006
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Nicole Kidman Ensures Wedding Will Be Free Of Press, Fun Jun 9, 2006
Do we care about her anymore after 'Bewitched. I forget. (Defamer.com)
Nicole Kidman Still Loves Tom Cruise May 10, 2006
Most recently, Kidman has appeared in The Interpreter and Bewitched. Kidman just finished up work on Fur, which also features Robert Downey Jr. Nicole Kidman has upcoming roles in The Visiting and The Lady From Shanghai. (Deadbolt)
